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Students who take the AP exam and score a 4 or better may receive advanced placement credit in the following subject areas: art, biology, computer science, economics, French, German, government and politics, Latin, mathematics (calculus AB exam), physics, and Spanish. To receive credit in chemistry, history or music, a student needs a score of at least 4. The registrar of the college will determine how much credit you are eligible to receive based on your score.

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Teacher Education, Multiple Levels

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

English Language and Literature, General

French Language and Literature

Spanish Language and Literature

Women's Studies

Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Biochemistry

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

International/Globalization Studies

Environmental Science

Environmental Studies

Religion/Religious Studies

Philosophy

Chemistry, General

Physics, General

Psychology, General

Human Services, General

Political Science and Government, General

Sociology

Sociology and Anthropology

Economics, General

Dance, General

Drama and Dramatics/Theater Arts, General

Photography

Documentary Production

Fine/Studio Arts, General

Art History, Criticism and Conservation

Music, General

History, General

Mathematics, General

Founded in 1881 as the Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary, we became Spelman College in 1924. Now a global leader in the education of women of African descent, Spelman is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC); and we are proud members of the Atlanta University Center Consortium. Today our student body comprises more than 2,100 students from 43 states and 10 foreign countries. Spelman empowers women to engage the many cultures of the world and inspires a commitment to positive social change through service. We are dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts and sciences and the intellectual, creative, ethical and leadership development of our students. Spelman is proud of its 76 percent graduation rate (average over six years), one of the best in the nation, but our support doesn't stop once you step on stage to take your diploma. Our global alumnae network is strong, providing connections and helping hands to graduates as they begin on their path of global engagement.

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